Helsinki Vacation & Tourism Guide

... architect's name 5/18/09--> Under the administration of the Finnish National Gallery , this is Helsinki's most experimental major museum. An American architect, Steven Holl, designed the radically innovative building, every... more

The Helsinki Olympic Stadium is a majestic piece of functionalist architecture. Designed by Yrjö Lindgren and Toivo Jäntti, it was completed in 1940; since then it has seen many renovations and changes. The bleachers are much m... more

In 1827 the Turku Academy was moved to Helsinki as the Russians came to power and the capital changed. The Academy needed a place to operate, so C.L. Engel designed a building on one side of Senate Square, ... more

Pihlajasaari is made up of two islands connected by a small bridge, popular among sunbathers. The beautiful scenery attracts thousands of people to the islands every summer. Pihlajasaari is a sunbather's dream, full of lovely b... more

The best-known jazz club in Helsinki, Storyville resides in a basement where the red brick walls scream New Orleans. This is a place for those who like to sit down, enjoy drinks and listen to a band playing light, easy jazz; yo... more

The Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress was built during periods of Swedish and Russian rule of Finland in the 18th Century. Having been compared to the Fort of Gibraltar, today the Suomenlinna Fortress is one of the biggest dry dock... more

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… Today Ilari and I went to the Korkeasaari Zoo here in Helsinki and it was fun! Today started off as a rainy day… continue reading »

The Cable Factory houses a set of spaces for a wide variety of uses: offices, restaurants, museums, studios and galleries, as well as tiny band rehearsal rooms and two radio stations (Radio City and KissFM). The ... more

... who's fascinated by the history of Europe between 1900 and 1950 will love this place. A gracefully proportioned villa within an upscale neighborhood otherwise devoted to foreign embassies, it functioned as the elegant home... more

The Old Church Park is one of Helsinki's most beautiful parks. Its elm trees provide a haven for people to rest under during their hectic days. In the eighteenth century the park housed a cemetery, the final resting place of th... more

Its location, close to the sea in Kauppatori, is advantageous for bringing in the catch of the day. Competitors have challenged this restaurant as the seafood spot in town, but Havis Amanda has kept its ranking, enjoying immens... more

Len's Keishoku Bar & Restaurant is a Japanese establishment that serves as a pleasant change in the restaurant circuit of Helsinki. Serving delicious Japaneses fare, it is but obviously frequented by most of the locals. The int... more

Ravintola Nolla is is located close to the streets of Rautatiekatu and Fredrikinkadu. It is modern and minimalist in design with wide open space all around. The low furniture, wood paneling and simple concept makes it the place... more

Cosy and cosmopolitan, Olive's restaurant and cafe-bakery is a family business situated at the heart of Eira. All meals and bakery products are made using ... more

Opened in 1998, this restaurant flies the flag of French cuisine in Helsinki. Customers will immediately notice the elegance of Chez Dominique that is mirrored in its dishes. The price/quality ratio is justified according to th... more

Named after a character in the Finnish epic Kalevala, this is the place to get a real taste of traditional Finnish cuisine. The menu is influenced by what is in season, but you can always expect raw, fresh ingredients such as f... more

Puotilan Kartano is a very interesting place to dine: the long, single-story restaurant is housed in a building that dates back to the beginning of the nineteenth century. One of the most famous owners was senator Leo Mechelin... more

Restaurant Kosmos has always carried the image of a very expensive restaurant. Business meetings and lunches are popular here, and while dining, a Finn might recognize some well-known locals. The atmosphere in the restaurant is... more

This Helsinki restaurant, Ravintola Teatteri will floor you with its calculated charisma. The bar is more than well-stocked and the service, attentively apt. Sip, and indulge in food consumption delightfully. A meal here here i... more

Torni Hotel's own restaurant is one of the many high-quality hotel-owned restaurants in the city. The menu is original in its own way, trying to keep it short but versatile. The high standard of service needed at a hotel is ref... more